The Odontosurge is a high-frequency electrosurgery unit designed for soft tissue surgery. The unit operates at a much higher frequency (27 MHZ) than most conventional electrosurgery units (between 0.5 and 4 MHZ). The manufacturer (XO Care A/S--Formerly Flex Dental A/S) claims that the product's high frequency eliminates the need to use a patient ground plate. The Odontosurge has a unique power-tuning system that automatically controls the power delivery from the electrode, based on the type of tissue being cut, the incision depth, and the cutting speed. The tuning system is said to eliminate the need for power adjustments and current wave switches. The manufacturer also claims that the power output constantly regulates itself, and increases power for deep incisions to avoid loss of efficiency. However, if the cutting electrode approaches bone or tooth structure, the tuning system momentarily reduces power delivery to avoid causing tissue necrosis. XO Care A/S also believes this feature reduces the likelihood of sparking and tissue snagging. The handpiece features an on/off switch, which eliminates the need for foot controls. The electrodes, handpiece, and hose are purported to be autoclavable. The unit weighs approximately 6 pounds and is 1.85 inches in height, 6.81 inches in width, and 9.81 inches in length. It carries a one-year warranty. Supply voltage configurations include 100, 115, 230 V at 50/60 Hz.
This compact, lightweight, portable, easy to set-up and use electrosurgery unit is very ergonomic with minimal controls to adjust. The handpiece is operated by a finger switch, which results in an audible signal indicating operation when activated. The unit automatically regulates the amount of power delivered to the electrode, and proved to be very efficient at cutting and coagulating. No tissue drag, sparking, or burning was noted during the evaluation. No ground pads or foot controls are required. The handpiece, cord, and electrodes can be autoclaved, and the streamlined design of the control box facilitates disinfection.
This unit is more expensive than conventional electrosurgery units. Using the buttons on the control box to choose electrode fundtion is not intuitive, and may require a steep learning curve. The handpiece holder on the side of the control boxdoes not retain the handpiece securely.
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